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Beef Tips with Gravy

This is my go-to recipe for Beef Tips with Gravy! Made with staples from your kitchen and only one pot. A favorite comfort meal that all ages will crave! Including instructions for your slow cooker or Instant Pot, you can make this recipe no matter your equipment or time limit.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 401 kcal
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds cubed beef chuck roast, sirloin, or other types of stewing beef.
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup flour all-purpose
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon parsley freshly chopped

Instructions

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  1. Sear: Season the beef tips generously with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes on all sides. Remove the cubes from the pot and set them aside. Add the butter to the pot, let it melt, then add the onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened and translucent.
  2. Mix: Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then sprinkle the flour into the pot. Stir well and cook for another minute or two. Pour the beef broth into the pot and whisk the mixture well. Then, add the soy sauce, Worcestershire, thyme, bay leaf, and seared beef.
  3. Cook: Bring the mixture to a boil then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened and the beef is tender. Stir occasionally.
  4. Finish: Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Taste for salt and pepper, then garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

  • Use paper towels to pat the beef dry to remove any excess moisture before you season it with salt and pepper. This helps to get a better sear on the meat.
  • When adding the beef broth to the flour mixture you need to make sure you whisk it well while at the same time scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen up any bits. This is the key to making flavorful gravy.  
  • Wait until the beef is completely done before you add more salt. As it cooks the gravy will reduce and intensify in flavor. So if you season the dish before the gravy thickens you can easily end up with an oversalted dish.
  • For Instant Pot or slow cooker instructions, see above in the post.
  • Pat the meat dry. Use paper towels to pat the beef dry to remove any excess moisture before you season it with salt and pepper. This helps to get a better sear on the meat.
  • Whisk well. When adding the beef broth to the flour mixture you need to make sure you whisk it well while at the same time scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen up any bits. This is the key to making flavorful gravy.  
  • Season at the end. Wait until the beef is completely done before you add more salt. As it cooks the gravy will reduce and intensify in flavor. So if you season the dish before the gravy thickens you can easily end up with an oversalted dish.
  • Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and store in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can reheat in the microwave, or reheat on the stovetop.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 401kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Cholesterol 124mg (41%) Sodium 1007mg (42%) Potassium 914mg (26%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 247IU (5%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 49mg (5%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 401

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 401kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 124mg 41%
Sodium 1007mg 42%
Potassium 914mg 19%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 247IU 5%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 49mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.